CCTV Released After Man Masturbates on Metro Tram
British Transport Police have released CCTV images of a man who allegedly masturbated while staring at two women on a West Midlands Metro tram heading to West Bromwich in the early hours of May 16.
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Buses After Birmingham New Street Fire Evacuation
Following a train fault and evacuation at Birmingham New Street, National Express is accepting rail tickets on specific bus routes. Services are disrupted.
Merseyrail trains to return to public control
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram proposes returning Merseyrail to public ownership when the current concession expires in 2028, aiming for an integrated transport network.
£10m Energy Centre Arrives at Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport's new £10m low-carbon energy centre, built off-site in modules, has arrived under police escort via the M5. It will cut CO2 by 625 tonnes annually.
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Birmingham New Street Evacuated After Train Fire
Birmingham New Street station was evacuated due to a train fire, closing all lines and halting services. Ticket acceptance is in place with West Midlands buses.
New Parking Charges at West Midlands Beauty Spots Update
Parking charges are being introduced at popular West Midlands beauty spots from April, with fees ranging from £1.50 to £3 per hour to cover maintenance costs.
Moor Street Station Weekend Warning: Chiltern Railways
Chiltern Railways warns of busy services at Birmingham Moor Street, Solihull, and Dorridge on 10-11 July due to West Midlands Railway industrial action and high temperatures.
New Cars Risk Speed Limiters in UK Law Change
The RAC urges the UK government to mandate Intervening Intelligent Speed Assistance (IISA) in all new cars, as speeding offences soar with 271,341 drivers caught at 40mph+ on 30mph roads.
New Number Plate Laws: Fines and Points for Drivers
Drivers face fines up to £1,000 and penalty points under a major crackdown on ghost plates, with thefts up 30% and cloning incidents rising 53% in recent years.
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1,700+ UK Fuel Stations Break Law on Live Price Data
More than 1,700 British fuel stations are failing to send live price updates to the official Fuel Finder database, breaking the law and undermining efforts to help drivers find cheap petrol.
Warning: Birmingham Passengers to European Airports
Passengers flying from Birmingham to major European airports are warned of potential delays due to air traffic control strikes in France. Check your flight status before travel.
Heatwave Travel Warning: Train Changes Amid 35C Temperatures
East Midlands Railway advises travel before 12pm this week as heatwave brings up to 35°C, with cancellations and reduced speeds on some routes.
EU Warns 20 Airports Difficult for UK Tourists Under EES
The EU has identified 20 'difficult spots' for UK tourists under the EES biometric system, refusing to suspend checks despite airline pleas.
New UK Airport Rule: 1.5M Kids Can Use eGates from July 8
From July 8, children aged 8-9 can use eGates at 13 UK airports, affecting 1.5 million passport holders. The change aims to speed up border processing for families.
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Catania Airport Shuts After Etna Eruption, BA Easyjet Hit
Catania Airport in Sicily has suspended all incoming flights and blocked departures until 2 PM following Mount Etna's eruption, impacting Ryanair, British Airways, and Easyjet services.
Firefighters Battle Huge Blaze at Wolverhampton Skip Firm
Around 1,000 tonnes of recycling materials caught fire at Jones Skips in Wolverhampton early Monday. Firefighters made progress by 7:30am, with roads closed and residents advised to keep windows shut.
DVSA Confirms MOT Charge Increase from Monday
From July 6, DVSA increases maximum MOT service charges for HGVs, trailers, and buses by £10-£20, marking the first rise since 2010.
Quiet Rush Hour in West Midlands After England Win
West Midlands saw a notably quiet rush hour this morning following England's World Cup victory, with reduced traffic and many workers arriving late or taking the day off.
Free bus pass age change for post-1961 births confirmed
Anyone born after 1961 will face a later free bus pass age, aligned with rising state pension age, affecting millions born between 1961 and 1977.
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Skip airport queues in Portugal with free app
British travellers to Portugal or Sweden can bypass long airport queues by using the free Travel to Europe app, which pre-registers biometric data before arrival.
Ryanair Cabin Bag Amazon Deal: Yankony Backpack Sale
Amazon slashes price of bestselling Yankony underseat backpack, compliant with Ryanair's 40x20x25cm cabin bag policy, saving travelers £8.
Sky Closes Four TNT Sports SD Channels, Swaps Two Others
Sky permanently closes four TNT Sports SD channels in July, swapping Nick Jr. Too for a temporary Paw Patrol channel and adding Times Radio. Changes affect satellite viewers.
DVLA Digital Driving Licence Coming to GOV.UK App
The DVLA will launch digital driving licences on the GOV.UK app later this year, following a successful survey. Over 600,000 downloads have been recorded since last summer.
Birmingham Bus Franchising: Can Parker Match Burnham?
The West Midlands is set to franchise its bus system by late 2025. Mayor Richard Parker faces the challenge of replicating Manchester's Bee Network success to boost regional productivity and connectivity.
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Vodafone SIM Saves Travellers £200
Vodafone's new unlimited roaming SIM card offers Birmingham travellers savings of up to £200 annually, with free data in 50+ destinations.
Mandatory Speed Tech in New Cars Fails Drivers
Thatcham Research finds Intelligent Speed Assist systems in new cars pass official tests but make frequent errors on real roads, with accuracy dropping from 91.3% to 74.3% when measured at every speed limit change.
Birmingham to host Europe's biggest World Cup fan zone
Birmingham's Utilita Arena will become Europe's biggest World Cup fan zone for 10,000 fans if England beat Mexico in the Round of 16 on July 6, 2026.
DVLA Revokes 24,000 Licences in Crackdown on Penalty Points
Nearly 24,000 drivers were disqualified in 2025 as DVLA cracks down on penalty points, a 33% drop from 2024. RAC urges use of speed-limiting tech.
Two Killed in Essex Plane Crash on Short Flight
Two people died when a Cessna plane crashed in a field in Ongar, Essex, during a short flight experience. The aircraft had taken off from North Weald airfield.
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Travel Adapter for Europe with USB Ports Sold on Amazon
A versatile travel adapter for Europe featuring USB ports is now available on Amazon, offering convenience for international travelers needing to charge multiple devices simultaneously.
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